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ISSN 1595-1685 June 20, 2016 VOL. 9 NO.21
The Management of Nnamdi Azikiwe University is irrevocably committed to giving the institution the best academic ambience that would enable it serve the society well through its mandate of teaching and research.
The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Joseph E. Ahaneku, FAS, stresses on this and continues to work in that direction in the course of his superintending services to the institution.
At the Retreat organized for the University’s Principal Officers, Directors and Deans to quietly and soberly mark his successful second year in office, the Vice-Chancellor elaborately emphasized on this and passionately enjoined the senior officers taking part in the forum not
to allow anything to compromise the resolve to pursue that target. Prof. Ahaneku, who restated his belief in leadership as a collective responsibility, implored the participants, whom he called “co-managers” of the system, to champion the course of the University’s pursuit of excellence at their various levels and areas of management responsibility.
He thanked them for their efforts in line with the institution’s principles, objectives and aspiration as the “University of All Times”, pledging to ensure that the Management encourages and becomes a part of any good programme targeted at pushing the University’s frontiers forward.
The beautiful performance of UNIZIK Nursery and Primary School Musical Band at events and ceremonies has attracted the good word and commendation of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic), Prof. Charles Esimone. The wonderful ensemble, made up of the little pupils of the school, who conduct, do the vocals and play the instruments themselves, earned the DVC’s praise during the Grand Finale of the 2016 UNIZIK Staff Games and Recreation, held in the Main Campus in Awka.
Prof. Esimone, who was visibly overwhelmed by the performance of the little children, said that the band is not only catching them young but is also making enormous contribution to the reputation of the school and the University at large.
He pointed out that the musical group comprised of budding performers and potential show business experts of diverse
entertainment genre. He appealed to the parents, teachers and all stake holders in the development and wellbeing of the children, to give them the right encouragement.
The DVC (Academic) counseled the children to continue to explore their talents thanking the school for the efforts it is making to expose its pupils to wide developmental opportunities.
The newly elected executive members of the Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) UNIZIK branch, in the company of the Electoral Board Chairman, Arc. Osita Paul Okafor were at the Office of the Vice-
Chancellor, Prof. Joseph E. Ahaneku FAS recently to present the association’s newly elected officers to him.
Welcoming them, the Vice-Chancellor Prof. Joseph Ahaneku appreciated the Electoral
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Board for conducting a free and fair election. He also congratulated the new officers, who according to him, have been entrusted with the responsibilities of directing the affairs of the association for the next four years.
The Vice-Chancellor reiterated his concern on the welfare of staff and solicited the support of SSANU towards achieving that. He urged the new executive to discharge their responsibilities properly; he also emphasized on dedication and commitment as essential ingredients in effective service delivery.
The Vice-Chancellor also pointed out that the University Management has always enjoyed cordial relations with all the past administrations and expressed hope that the new executive members will follow the stead. He also advised them to place themselves in
servant position as they owe allegiance to the welfare of every member of the Union and to the entire University Community.
In her speech, the newly elected Chairperson, Mrs. Njideka Nwangwu commended the Vice-Chancellor for his support to the association describing him as a father and a labour friendly Chief Executive. She also promised to lift SSANU UNIZIK branch high both in quality, discipline and output.
She said her mission is to create a viable Union that will not only achieve improvement in the welfare of members but will be a major player in the overall progress of the University. She also prayed for continuous support from the University Management and all SSANU members.
The Newly elected SSANU Executive members 1. Njideka Nwangwu - Chairman 2. Okafor Uche Patrick - Vice-Chairman 3. Nkwuaku Bonny Ozo - Secretary 4. Chukwudi Anthonia .C. - Ass. Secretary 5. Nwafor Grace Obiageli - Treasurer 6. Uchenna Sam-Chinweze - Financial Secretary 7. Okafor Confidence Kenneth - PRO 8. John Rufus Ijeoma Dora - Women Leader 9. Ezema Gabriel .U. - Trustee 10. Njelita Louis .O - Ex-Officio
ADDENDUM/EXTENSION OF INVITATION FOR PRE-QUALIFICATION AND TENDER FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF WATER CHANNEL ACROSS THE UNIVERSITY MAIN ENTRANCE GATE Further to our advertisements in the Daily Sun and Vanguard Newspapers on 28th April 2016 and Federal Tenders Journal on 16th May 2016, all interested bidders are hereby required to provide the following among others: (a) Tax Clearance Certificate for 2013, 2014 & 2015; (b) Evidence of current Certificate of Compliance with the National Pension Commission; (c) Evidence of current ITF Compliance Certificate; and (d) Evidence of Registration on the National Database of contractors, consultants and service
providers by inclusion of Interim Registration Report (IRR).
NOTES CLOSING DATE: The closing date for the submission of bids has been extended to
12.00 noon on Monday 27th June, 2016 OPENING OF BIDS: All bids received shall be opened in the Council Chambers of the
University immediately after the close of submission by 12:00noon on Monday 27th June, 2016.
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The Nnamdi Azikiwe University 31st Inaugural lecture will hold soon.
Topic: “Materials Transformation for the process industries: The Chemical Engineer’s Perspective”
Date: Thursday 23rd June, 2016 Venue: University Auditorium Time: 11:00am prompt
S/N Name Date
1. Prof. Ezimma Nnabuife 22nd August, 2019
2. Prof. Oby .C. N. Okonkwor 17th October, 2019
3. Rev. Fr. Prof. J. Ezeokana 19th December, 2019
4. Rev. Prof. Obiora Nwosu 20th February, 2020
5. Prof. Nkechi Ikediugwu 16th April, 2020
6. Prof. Pauline O. Ezenduka 18th June, 2020
7. Rev. Prof. Anayo D. Nkamnebe 20th August, 2020
8. Prof. Ike Odimegwu 22nd October, 2020
9. Prof. Tony Nwokoye 17th December, 2020
10. Prof. A. J. Ekpunobi 18th February, 2021
11. Prof. P.A.C Okoye 22nd April, 2021
12. Prof. BenChuks Okeke 17th June, 2021
The orientation for the 2015/2016 CEP students is scheduled as follows:
Date: Friday, 24th of June, 2016 Time: 12.00 noon Venue: The University Auditorium
An official notice from the Registry, signed by the Deputy Registrar (Personnel), the Ogonna Nwokeke, has members of the Board of the Centre for community and Rural Development (CCRD) as follows:
(1) Prof. J. E. Ahaneku, FAS - Vice-Chancellor/Chairman (2) Prof. I. P. Orajaka - Vice-Chairman (3) Prof. Ezinma Nnabuife - Member (4) Prof. Charles Onugu - Member (5) Prof. Stella Okunna - Member (6) Dr. Cordelia Ebenebe - Member (7) Dr. Solomon Nwigbo - Member (8) Dr. Godson Okafor - Member (9) Registrar or his representative - Secretary
S/N FACULTY/UNIT GOLD SILVER BRONZE POSITION 1. Security 13 13 14 1st
2. Pharmacy 12 5 3 2nd
3. Engineering 9 6 8 3rd
4. Registry 9 5 6 4th
5. Health Sciences & Technology 6 4 1 5th
6. Office of the Vice-Chancellor 5 2 6 6th
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7. Arts 3 4 1 7th
8. Bursary 3 3 1 8th
9. Education 3 1 1 9th
10. Environmental Sciences 2 2 6 10th
11. Library 2 2 2 11th
12. Nnewi Admin 1 6 - 12th
13. Works’ Services 1 3 1 13th
14. Bio-Sciences 1 3 1 14th
15. Students Affairs’, SIWES, MICTU, ALUMNI 1 2 1 15th
16. Meducal Centre 1 1 1 16th
17. Basic Medical Sciences 1 - 2 17th
18. Management Sciences 1 - 1 18th
19. Postgraduate School 1 - - 19th
20. Medicine 1 1 1 20th
21. Agriculture - - - 21st
22. CEP & PRE-SCI Co. - - - -
23. Law - - - -
24. Physical Sciences - - - -
25. Social Sciences - - - -
26. UNIZIK Primary/High School - - - -
As part of efforts to expand the penetration of its innovation tarpaulin fish pond products in Anambra state and the South-East region, the Peace Advocacy and Sustainable Development Outreach, a Non-Governmental Organisation has written to the Vice-Chancellor for the go ahead to train one hundred (100) students as installation and maintenance technicians.
According to the Project Director, Mr. Elohukwu Ezenekwe, the venture is a way to compliment the VC’s worthy efforts in repositioning Nnamdi Azikiwe University for global reckoning.
The Department of Surgery, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nnewi is to host the tripartite Congress of the Nigerian Surgical Research Society (NSRS), Association of Surgeons of Nigeria (ASON) and American College of Surgeons, Nigerian Chapter. The Congress is slated to hold as follows: Date: Monday 4th – Friday 8th of July, 2016 Venue: Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital, Nnewi and St. Cletus Auditorium,
Otolo, Nnewi Time: 8.00 a.m. daily Sub-theme: Patient Satisfaction in Surgical Practice
Following the success of its maiden conference held between the 26th and 28th of May, 2016 at the University Main Auditorium, the School of General Studies has extended its gratitude to the Vice-Chancellor.
In a letter to that effect, signed by the Director, Rev. Fr. Prof. Obi Oguejiofor and Chairperson, Conference Organizing Committee, Dr. Bakky Ngozi Adinka, the Vice-
Chancellor was appreciated for approving the requests that made the Conference possible including the meals for guests.
The letter also recognized as a big privilege the fact that despite the big event holding at the Nnewi Campus, the V. C. still delegated the DVC, Prof. Charles Esimone to chair the opening ceremonies.
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USE OF CHIKE OKOLI CENTRE FOR ENTREPRENEURIAL STUDIES
(COCES) FOR THE SABMILLER FOUNDATION TRAINING PROGRAMME
The Board of Trustees of SABMiller Hero’s Foundation has written to notify the Vice-Chancellor of the Board’s decision to use Chike Okoli Centre for Entrepreneurial Studies (COCES) as the venue for their training programme which was organized and sponsored by the Foundation. The SABMiller Hero Foundation Kick start Programme is intafact’s Beverages Limited’s Corporate Social Investment (CSI) initiative run
by the subsidiary SABMiller Hero’s Foundation. It is aimed at instilling a culture of entrepreneurship among youths in the South Eastern Nigeria by encouraging existing businesses through the provision of material and financial support. The programme is open to all Nigerians aged 18-35 years. The modalities of the Training Programme will soon be worked out.
Dean, Faculty of Social Sciences has written to the Vice-Chancellor Prof. Joseph E. Ahaneku, FAS to state that, preparation for the Faculty’s 5th ZIK Lecture Series has reached an advanced state. The lecture is scheduled to take place on 16th of November, 2016, the birthday of Dr. Nnamdi Azikiwe. The Lecture will be chaired by His Excellency Atiku Abubakar GCON. The Guest Speaker will be His Excellency Raila Odinga, the former Prime Minister of the Republic of Kenya and the son of Odinga Odinga, the former Kenyan President.
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The Vice-Chancellor has approved a request by the Anambra State Command of National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) for an interactive session with the University Community.
The session during which the issues of illicit drug abuse and trafficking among University students will be discussed, is fixed as follows:
Date: Thursday, 28th of July, 2016 Venue: University Auditorium Time: 11am
The letter of request to the Vice-Chancellor, signed by the NDLEA State Commander, Momodu Sule, lamented the ugly effects of the issue at stake and gave the reason for the session as being to mobilize and sensitize the University Community against illicit drug activities as well as to explore ways of further cooperation between the command and the institution in that direction.
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The Vice-Chancellor has approved the request by the Directorate of Sports for the 2016 Vice-Chancellor’s Interfaculty Cup Competition to hold between Monday, 20th and Monday, 27th of June, 2016.
The letter of request was signed by the Director, Mr. Amechi Makassi. He described the VC’s Cup as the major intramural sports competition among all faculties where the students compete in the fifteen (15) major games.
It explained that the competition provides the forum for identifying athletes that will be trained and conditioned to represent UNIZIK in National and International University sports competitions such as NUGA Games, WAUG and WUGA.
The Chaplain, Executive Council, Music Team and members of St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Chaplaincy Choir Association cordially invites the University Community to her B1-annual Music Festival/Alumni Convention titled “Nuria Afrika” scheduled for Saturday 9th of July, 2016 at St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Chaplaincy, Temp. Site UNIZIK Awka by 5pm.
This is to inform the University Community that Faculties, Departments and Units must obtain the officially approved photograph of the Vice-Chancellor Prof. Joseph E. Ahaneku, FAS from the Directorate of Information and Public Relations for all publications in the University. The current situation where the VC’s photograph vary from one publication to another is no more acceptable. Therefore, all members of the University Community are advised accordingly to adhere to this directive, please.
Request for electronic copy of the VC’s photograph can be sent to the following Telephone number 08060492273 or to this email [email protected] or [email protected].
NASU has agreed with the Mgbakwu Youth Chairman on a Development Levy of Thirty five Thousand Naira (N35, 000.00) per plot on all its land at Mgbakwu.
Concerned members are advised to seize this opportunity to pay the Development Levy for their plot(s) of land under the NASU cosmopolitan Housing Estate, Mgbakwu and be
issued with a receipt by the Mgbakwu Youth Organisation. Delay may be dangerous as the cost is bound to increase as time passes by.
For detail contact:- 07081217755 (NASU Chairman); 08034335285 (NASU Secretary); and 08100490918 (Chairman, NASU Land Committee)
ANDI is a Pan-African initiative with the vision “to create a sustainable platform for health innovation in African to address the health challenges of the continent and populations in need”. Its new strategic plan (facilitating Health Innovation in Africa)- ANDI strategic plan (2016 -2020) has refocused the work of ANDI on:
Need assessment and identification of potential life-saving local technologies
Brokerage of partnerships to facilitate the validation, scale up and market access of such products
Advocacy and networking for the establishment of sustainable mechanisms to support technology development and access in Africa
Capacity building and knowledge management
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The call by ANDI is aimed at identifying local technologies and technology platforms that can included in the knowledge platform. The process builds on earlier technology assessment and prioritization implemented by ANDI.
Specific areas of focus is open to: all technologies or technology platforms that can directly or indirectly impact health care in Africa both for communicable and non-communicable diseases, and not limited to medical devices, diagnostics, treatments and preventive measure.
These technologies could also address maternal and health challenges, emergent infections, antibacterial resistance as well as malnutrition, water and sanitation issues as they relate to health care.
Eligibility and selection criteria The technologies or products should have the
potential of addressing needs and priorities based on laboratory, clinical or field evidence.
Should scale and market, fulfilling the attributes of accessibility, affordability and quality.
Should describe stage of the technology or product.
Articulate plans and key challenges. Track record of institution or technology
owner in relation to the proposed technology or product, amongst other criteria.
Incentives like global visibility, prioritization to facilitate the identification of possible partners, collaborations, support and training in Africa.
Application and guidelines Applicants should download the application Attach additional supporting material not
more that 5 pages Applicants can submit more than one
application to: [email protected] and [email protected] Deadline: 31st of July, 2016. Enquiries should be forwarded to the email address above.
The International Conference on Advanced Nanomaterials and its multifunctional applications 2016 invites Scholars to submit abstract for its coming Conference on 26th and 29th of September, 2016 at Kuala Limpur Convention Centre, Malaysia.
Submission deadline (Abstract/full paper): August 31, 2016. The abstract will be submitted at [email protected]. For more information visit: http//panoplyconsultancy.tech/link
The American Health Organisation (AHO) invites scholars to its forthcoming international conference on Child Abuse, HIV/AIDS and Diabetes Control. The event is slated for July 12th to July 15th, 2016 in California, USA and July 19th to July, 22nd 2016 at Dakar – Senegal.
For further inquiries email: [email protected]
The Directorate of Information and Public Relations, (DIPR), Office of the Vice-
Chancellor Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka is set to rejoice with one of its own,
Ifeanyi Barbara Nwokwule as she gets joined in Holy Matrimony with her soul
mate, Anthony Tonito Ashiedu on 25th
of June, 2016 at Holy Trinity Anglican
Church, Ogbeilo Quarters, Asaba, at 11am.
Reception: follows immediately at the Anglican Diocese of Asaba Women
Organization Hall (ADAWO), Cathedral Church of St. Peters, Bishop’s Court, Asaba,
Delta State. Traditional Marriage: 23rd
of June, 2016 at 1.00pm at Wilson Ijei’s
Compound, Uba Extension, Ubulu-Okiti West end (Isi Enugu) Opposite St. Silas
Anglican Church, Ubulu-Okiti.
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The Provost, Federal College of Education (Technical), Umunze, Prof. Joseph O. Ogbuagu has lost his elder brother, Chief Basil Chinweuba Ogbuagu. He was aged 61. He is by this notice inviting the University Management to the Funeral Ceremony on Friday, 8th of July, 2016.
Prof. Chris Anyamene, Department of Applied Microbiology and Brewing has lost his mother. Mrs. Veronica Obiaku Osuchukwu Anyamene (aka Anueyiagu, Ochiora, Mama Ukpor) Nee Okwukwe, passed away on 19th of April, 2016. She was also the mother of Mr. Innocent Anyamene, Office of the Vice-Chancellor; mother-in-law to Dr. Ada Anyamene, HOD, Guidance & Counselling Department and Mrs. Benedette Anyamene (SSO) of Security Department. Burial Arrangement: Wednesday 29th of June, 2016: 5pm- Vigil Mass at Anyamene’s compound Umuhu
followed by Christian wake keep. Thursday 30th of June, 2016: 6.30am: Body leaves NAUTH for stopover at Odojiri Nwosu’s compound Nza Ozubulu. 7.30am: Stopover at Anthony’s Catholic Church Akaba Umuhu Ukpor. 8.30am: Lying in state at Anyamene’s compound Akaba Umuhu Ukpor. 11.00am: Funeral Mass at Anyamene’s compound Umuhu Ukpor followed by interment. Friday 1st and Saturday 2nd of July, 2016: Condolence visits. Sunday 3rd of July, 2016: Outing Mass. You may send condolence messages by hand or to [email protected]
Department of Architecture has lost one of its staff Sir (Prof.) Arch Chris C. Akagu who died on Sunday 15th of May, 2016. Until his death, he was a lecturer in the Department. Burial arrangement shall be communicated later.
BEREAVEMENT The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Joseph Ahaneku, FAS regrets to announce the demise of:
Mrs. Bernice Aku Obiukwu nee Chukwu. Burial Arrangement: Thursday 23rd of June, 2016:6pm – Service of songs at her residence Late Mr. Sylvanus Obiukwu’s compound, Umudim Ekwulumili. Friday 24th of June, 2016: 10am – Service and interment at her compound. Saturday 25th of June, 2016 – Condolence by in-laws, friends and well wishers. Sunday 26th of June, 2016:8am – Thanksgiving Service at All Saints Anglican Church, Ekwulumili. Until her death, she was the mother to Dr. (Mrs.) Maryann Iwueze (Nee Obiukwu) of the Department of Parasitology and Entomology, UNIZIK.
Chief Joseph N. Ugwu who died on the 23rd of May, 2016 after a protracted illness at the age of 66. Until his death, he was the father of Dr. Nkechi H. Okoye of the Department of Pure & Industrial Chemistry. . Burial Arrangement: Friday 24th of June, 2016 – Funeral Mass at St.
Paul’s Catholic Church, Mgbagbu-Owa, Ezeagu L.G.A in Enugu State. Interment follows immediately at his compound in Umuagba, Ozom Mgbagbu-Owa Ezeagu L.G.A. Sunday 26th of June, 2016 – Outing and Thanksgiving Mass at St. Paul’s Catholic Church, Mgbagbu-Owa, Ezeagu L.G.A, Enugu State.
Chief John Chinyele Anyanebechi (a.k.a Chinyelugo) who died on 29th of May, 2016 he was aged 71years. Until his death, he was the father of Mr. Tochukwu Anyanebechi of Sociology/Anthropology. He will be buried on Thursday 7th of July, 2016 after a burial service at St. John’s Anglican Church Eziudeke in Umudunu village Abagana by 10am. Interment follows immediately after service at his compound. Friday 8th of July, 2016, condolence visit continues. Sunday 10th of July, 2016, Outing service at St. John’s Anglican Church Eziudeke in Umudunu village Abagana by 9am.
VICE – CHANCELLOR’S SECURITY LINES Please if you have any information on any matter bothering you ranging from extortion of money, sexual harassment,
intimidation or bad work habit. Kindly send a text to the following numbers 080136006205, 08063786022 and the Vice-Chancellor will investigate and take action. Confidentiality is assured. This Bulletin is printed and published by the Directorate of Information & Public Relations (DIPR) of the Vice – Chancellor’s Office.
